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    system codes for vessel maintenance

    There are several formats depending on whether it is government designed, AMOS, marinized, shoreside designed, etc... In the early 1990’s I developed a system heirarchy for a fleet of tankers. It was based on the various systems aboard a large vessel and broken down into the different...
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    Diesel Fuel transfer pumps aboard OSV's

    I am designing a 3 inch diesel fuel transfer system for a vessel and would like to know the type and models used aboard offshore supply vessels. I'm considering a 4x3 ANSI pump, but am curious about a PD pump style such as sliding vane or internal gear. Can anyone give me some additional...
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    Diesel Fuel pumps aboard OSV's

    I am designing a 3 inch diesel fuel transfer system for a vessel and would like to know the type and models used aboard offshore supply vessels. I'm considering a 4x3 ANSI pump, but am curious about a PD pump style. Can anyone give me some additional guidance or help with specs? Thanks, ktm5
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    OCIMS regulation

    geiter, The acronym is actually OCIMF which stands for Oil Companies International Marine Forum. It is a self governing group which develops standards for the marine industry and terminal facilities. They are not true regulations, but are broadly adhered-to guidelines used by the entire maritime...
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    LPG Tankers

    Gashound, Witherby's publishes numerous books on LNG/LPG vessel operations by several authorities including SIGTTO, IACS, IMO and OCIMF.
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    LPG Tankers

    Gashound, Witherby's publishes numerous books on LNG/LPG vessel operations by several authorities including SIGTTO, IACS, IMO and OCIMF.
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    Increase Engine Life?

    In addition to Orenda 1168's suggestion: 1. Always operate the engine within the design parameters and under conditions for which it was intended. 2. Utilize the best lubricants available 3. Install a condition monitoring system 4. Go the extra mile for top notch maintenance
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    Expansion Joints

    Senior Flexonics has a selection of hoses, including Wilcox composite hoses. The Wilcox Marine Master series is widely used for fuel oil transfers and lighterings. rgds, ktm5
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    ABS Regs on Skin Valves

    ABS Rules for building and classing steel vessels under 90m, (Vessel Systems & Machinery) rules for shell valves should be found in Part 4, Section 2, sub-sections 19 through 25. Hope this helps ktm5
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    More effective - bow thrusters or stern thrusters?

    In order to answer aircraftengr’s original three queries: “At which point is it necessary to use bow/stern thrusters? What are the criteria involved in making the decision? Have there been instances where only stern thrusters are used without the bow thrusters being present?” 1. I believe it...
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    Cavitational pitting or galvanic action

    seakro, I am curious as to the layout of the physical system, ie.. are there elbows in the suction piping near the pump? Sometimes in a cramped engine room of a ship, space limitations create problems such as this. rgds, ktm5
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    Fresh water consumption

    iceland1, oxilume may be correct for Navy application where there is tighter control over water consumption. My experience comes from deep sea applications aboard commercial tankers and bulk carriers. I believe an FPSO may have similar consumption with crew personal use, washdown and cleaning...
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    shaft design vertical pump in CTW service

    phil29, I have been involved with vertical pumps which had long columns (50 feet+) and at least five sections of shafting. The manufacturer's concern is well founded, there are inherent dangers having a long solid shaft with a relatively small diameter. In these cases, quality and alignment of...
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    Fresh water consumption

    iceland1, In my experience aboard tankers with a crew of 22 persons, 10-12 tons per day was average. This equates to about 145 gpd/person all-in. rgds, ktm5
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    More effective - bow thrusters or stern thrusters?

    aircraftengr, As Fleet Manager for a previous employer, one of our vessels had a rotating nozzle in the stern (no rudder) and a bowthruster. The rotating nozzle acted as a sternthruster. I don't believe I've ever heard of any ship with sternthruster only installed, although this particular...
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